More information about the dual study programme: BA Hotel- & Gastronomy Management
The dual study programme consists of six-month theoretical phases in Ravensburg and six-month practical phases at one of our clubs worldwide. During the theoretical phases, you will gain a broad understanding of business administration and hotel and gastronomy management, as well as learning two foreign languages. During the practical phases, you will get to know the processes in various areas of the hotel. Upon successful completion of the programme, you will graduate with a Bachelors of Arts and, depending on your specialisation and interests, take on a position of responsibility at one of our clubs.
During the practical placements, you can expect:
- 1. year: the departments Kitchen, Restaurant, Bar, Storage and F&B
- 2. year: the departments Front Office, Guest Relation and Housekeeping
- 3. year: the departments administration, executive assistance and an individual specialisation
- In addition: ROBINlife activities, arrival & departure duties, cooking assignments
You would like to apply?
Unfortunately, the application deadline for 2026 has already passed. We will publish information about the next programme start here and on social media.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact:
jobs@robinson.com
Where will my studies take place?
You will complete the 3-year dual study programme in Hotel and Gastronomy Management at DHBW Ravensburg in partnership with ROBINSON.
From October to March, you will complete the theoretical phases in Ravensburg, and from April to September, you will undertake practical placements at various ROBINSON Clubs around the world.
As a future dual student, we expect you to bring enthusiasm and the following:
- Minimum age of 18
- A-levels or equivalent*
- Experience in the hotel, catering or events industry desirable
- Openness, organisational skills and resilience
- An interest in gaining intercultural experience
- Willingness to work anywhere in the world during the placement phases
- Excellent communication skills
*for some cases you must pass the DHBW Delta exam as part of the qualification. You can find further information about the Delta exam here: https://www.testzentrum.dhbw.de/deltapruefung
In short – here’s what you can expect as an dual student at ROBINSON:
- Practice-oriented learning in a supportive environment
- A state-recognised degree programme offering a varied mix of theory and practice
- The opportunity to take on a position of responsibility upon successful completion
- Flat hierarchies with a genuine team spirit and an informal, first-name culture
Your Benefits:
- Working abroad – global placements at our clubs
- Employee accommodation and full board in the guest restaurant
- Free use of the club facilities, such as the gym, tennis courts, etc.
- Discounts on activities offered at the club
- Coverage of arrival and departure travel costs
- And much more...
Our training partner
DHBW Ravensburg
DHBW Ravensburg is a state-run university that has been successfully training engineers and business graduates – including in hotel and gastronomy management – for many years. During the three-year programme, the DHBW teaches academic subjects and methods, which are combined with practical skills gained during the practical phases at partner companies.
For more than 20 years, ROBINSON has been partnering with the DHBW to train hospitality managers (degree: Bachelor of Arts) and also relies on the DHBW for the professional development of its junior managers.